How To Reduce Your Risk Of Developing Diabetes

Diabetes, also referred to as diabetes mellitus, is a condition that has seen a dramatic rise in recent years. It causes high blood sugar levels in the body if insulin production is low or your body’s cells do not respond properly to insulin. It can come on suddenly and afflict anyone. Luckily, there are a number of things we can do to reduce the risk of developing diabetes.

Make Healthy Eating Choices

By taking charge of your daily diet, you can also take control of your overall health. Healthy eating is one of the most important practices in reducing your risk for diabetes. Introduce more fruits, vegetables and high fiber foods into your meals. Decrease the amount of salt, saturated fats and trans fats. The best route is to cook at home using fresh ingredients whenever possible.

Exercise On A Regular Basis

Incorporating physical activity in your everyday routine is a great way to keep your health on track. Even moderate activity several times a week can help reduce your blood glucose levels, as well as provide a plethora of other health benefits.

Stay Within A Healthy Weight Range

Staying at a healthy weight can not only reduce your risk of diabetes, but it can also help you manage other issues such as heart disease, blood pressure and high/low cholesterol. Eating healthy foods and adding a bit of exercise will be the driving force in preventing weight gain.

Limit Alcohol Consumption

Overindulging in alcohol can lead to a number of health problems and conditions. It can cause weight gain and might increase blood pressure levels and triglyceride levels. If you are a man drinking more than two drinks per day, or a woman drinking more than one per day, please consider cutting back to stay within these numbers.

Contact QuestCare Medical Clinic

If you think you might be at risk for diabetes and would like some more information, please call your local QuestCare Medical Clinic to schedule an appointment.

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